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slow Definition and Meaning in English (slow definition)

adjective
Synonyms:leisurelyunhurriedgradual
Quick Answer • Definition

Slow definition: Moving or operating at a low speed; not quick or fast.

Definitions of Slow

  1. 1adjective

    Moving or operating at a low speed; not quick or fast.

  2. 2verb

    To reduce the speed of something or to become less fast.

Example Sentences

casual

“The train was very slow today.”

casual

“Please slow down, you are driving too fast.”

business

“Progress on the project has been slow.”

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Inflected Word Forms

present participleslowing
nounslowness
adverbslowly
comparativeslower
superlativeslowest

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

slow downphrasal_verb

To reduce speed or activity.

slow and steady wins the raceidiom

Consistent effort, even if not fast, leads to success.

slow burnerexpression

Something that develops slowly but eventually becomes successful or intense.

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What is the meaning of Slow in English?▼
Slow definition: Moving or operating at a low speed; not quick or fast.
How do you translate 'Slow' to English?▼
'Slow' translates to 'slow' in English. Slow definition: Moving or operating at a low speed; not quick or fast.
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